Heterostructured (HS) materials are a new class of materials that are composed of
heterogeneous zones with dramatically different (> 100%) mechanical or physical …

Gradient structures found in biological materials have served as a source of inspiration for
scientists seeking to enhance the performance of metals and alloys over the past decades …

Heterostructured metals possess superior mechanical properties exceeding the prediction
by the rule-of-mixtures. However, it remains a challenge to understand the key …

A strength-ductility trade-off usually occurs when grains are refined to increase strength. A
question arises on if there exists a grain size for the best strength-ductility combination, ie …

The effect of gradient nanostructure prepared by ultrasonic surface rolling on stress
corrosion behavior of 7075-T6 aluminum alloy was studied. Results showed that gradient …

Gradient heterostructures typically exhibit excellent mechanical properties. The traditional
laser shock method can produce only 1D or 2D gradient structures along the thickness of a …

Gradient nano-grained (GNG) metals have shown a better strength-ductility combination
compared to their homogeneous counterparts. In this paper, the mechanical properties and …

Heterogeneous metals and alloys are a new class of materials with superior mechanical
properties. In this paper, we engineered sandwich-structured pure aluminum laminates …

Laser-based directed energy deposition (LDED) enables rapid near-net-shape fabrication of
large-scale titanium components for aerospace applications. However, the poor tensile …

Heterogeneous metals and alloys are a new class of materials that emerged recently with
outstanding mechanical performances such as excellent strength-ductility synergy …